Gordon Stephenson

Overview

Gordon Stephenson is an angel investor and board member at Zillow, a real estate marketplace. He co-founded Real Property Associates (RPA), an independent real estate brokerage, property management, and development company, in 1991 and currently serves as Principal and Designated Broker. Prior to founding RPA, he was an associate broker with Prudential MacPhersons and Windermere Real Estate, both based in Seattle, Washington. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Stanford University. In 2005, Stephenson joined Zillow's board of directors and made an angel investment when the company launched. He met Zillow founder Rich Barton through a Stanford classmate and provided insights into the real estate industry, contributing to Zillow's growth and success. As a board member and early investor, Stephenson has accumulated significant wealth through his association with Zillow. Stephenson's investment focus includes real estate and venture capital, with a particular interest in early-stage and growth-stage companies. His strategic approach emphasizes operational management and financial acumen, leveraging his extensive experience in the real estate sector to identify and support promising ventures. His involvement with Zillow exemplifies his commitment to innovative real estate solutions and his ability to recognize and invest in transformative technologies within the industry.

Investment Focus

• Strong management team
• Scalable business model
• Innovative technology solutions

Portfolio Companies